2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Transit Connect | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Transit Connect | A7 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 441 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Single Speed |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4969 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2914 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |